CarVerify

Free Car Check

DY53 FWR

2004 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

23,021 mi
Last recorded23,021 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 FWR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 23,021 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 22,793 miles

engine & sill covers fitted

temp fuel cap fitted

Fail 8 Jul 2025 22,793 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

engine & sill covers fitted

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2024 22,728 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 22,525 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2022 22,205 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 21,605 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 21,369 miles

engine & sill covers fitted

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 28 May 2019 20,991 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 20,630 miles

engine & sill covers fitted

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 30 May 2017 20,371 miles

engine & sill covers fitted

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2016 19,936 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 19,437 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 19,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 28 May 2013 18,644 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 17 May 2012 17,885 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 10 May 2011 17,522 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 14 May 2010 17,136 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2009 16,387 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 15,703 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 14,837 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DY53 FWR is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2004 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 84,481 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY53 FWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DY53 FWR?

You can check the full history of DY53 FWR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DY53 FWR registered?

DY53 FWR is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 May 2004.

Is DY53 FWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY53 FWR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY53 FWR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DY53 FWR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.